Dave Barry on Language

ziggy on 2002-09-09T02:12:15

Dave Barry's weekly column[*] was rather funny today:

TODAY'S WRITING TIP: In writing a letter of recommendation for an employee, be sure to give it a "positive spin."

WRONG: Bob occasionally has a problem with his temper.

RIGHT: Bob took full responsibility for the firebomb in Accounts Receivable.

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